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August 2008 This year has zoomed past in a blur and I can't believe it's nearly September. I don't know why my life is full of frustration at not having enough time to do everything I want, but then I do prefer having more than less time on all levels. The Carter Tutti and TG shows earlier this year overlapped which meant having to be in two different mind sets - that was weird at times. But I've got to the point that so much has happened I can't begin to remember exactly what. Whether that's a good thing or not I have no idea, so I'll settle for what I can drag from the back of my mind when needs be. This summer has been the first in about 5 years that I've managed to stay at home for an extended period and that's been wonderful. Although I had projects to finish with Chris and for TG none of that demanded my having to be away so I got time to sit in the garden and enjoy the company of our resident birds, bees, hedgehogs and other creatures great & small. Simple pleasures after such a busy 6 months. Our Feral Vapours film has been held up again because of all the other unexpected events and interesting projects that demanded our attention but we're determined to immerse ourselves again next month when we return to filming once more. That's what's exciting me most at the moment. It will be released in its own good time. I've been thrilled at the great reception of COH PLAYS COSEY and I'll be beginning work on the sister album COSEY PLAYS COH later this year. The TG & Cerith Wyn Evans audio sculpture collaboration: 'A=p=p=a=r=i=t=i=o=n' is now complete and has far exceeded all our expectations. It's being shipped to Japan for the Yokohama 2008 Triennale which opens on 13th September. It's very difficult to explain the wonderful experience so here's a little info: LINK: Yokohama Triennale 2008 LINK: Video clip of testing A=p=p=a=r=i=t=i=o=n It seems like September is time when things kick off again as then I'm back in the studio recording with Chris, doing a remix for Excepter and then working on contributing some vocals for our friend Terry's new album. Then I'll also be returning to working on my new Art edition of photographic sets of prints. I'm sure I've forgotten something along the way but suffice to say there's much fun ahead! Signing off till later, Cosey |
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March 08th 2008 |
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November 13th 2007 It's been such an intense year that when I look back at what has gone on I realise I've unwittingly been thinking half the events took place last year. I must admit that the lists of deadlines seemed to be never ending as one got fulfilled to be replaced by another yet I have been happily feeding off the activities with great enthusiasm and excitement. It's always been the case that from such maelstroms come many creative satellites and meetings with old and new wonderful people. Of course the price is stress and exhaustion and I think (despite some health hiccups along the way) I've managed to ward off anything really untoward. I guess you learn damage limitation skills - well you have to - and I don't see the point of doing this if it's not positive and fun. What has been uplifting is the experience of the very new and inspiring. After all my years as an artist in these past few years I have seen and heard new works that blow me away - I can't tell you how awesome that feels. Working on the John Cage remix was a true joy then our weekend was blessed with a visit from Richard (Chartier) and Bob. Now I'm looking forward to Terry (Millimetre) arriving this week to work on some tracks with us and then I'm off to Rome with Chris for my talk at the British School at Rome. After that I'm gearing up (or is it down) to devote the whole of December to relaxing.... which includes the new art projects I'm working on so they will see the light of day next year. Life is rich and beautiful. Cosey X... |
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June June 17th 2007 Calm and sunshine Well I finally feel like I've re connected with my self after all the flurry of TG activities. The intensity of creative flow and physical demands have been a real challenge but I must say that Sleazy's stay here in our home was an utter pleasure. Things cranked up several notches the few weeks prior to the Tate when the TG machine seemed to have a life of its own driving us forward with relentless momentum. Hence the exhilarating feelings I felt for the Tate and ICA events which were already so much a part of me. Presenting our work to the welcoming arms of those who attended felt so right. So I must thank you all for embracing all that we brought to you. I'm catching up on my solo and Carter Tutti projects - now starting with a 7" cover version, preparing for another exhibition, continuing my project with COH and generally mooching around wandering into the garden to pick those ripening juicy strawberries. Happy and calm............. Cosey X... |
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February 22nd 2007 We've had a really intense month of recording to finish our new CARTER TUTTI album (Feral Vapours Of the Silver Ether) which has been inspiring, exciting and enthralling. It's felt wonderful to be at full creative thrust totally immersed in our own material. Just the final mastering and tweaks now! I'm off to Los Angeles tomorrow to install my work in the MOCA exhibition WACK! and to stay with friends relaxing and enjoying their warmth and treasured company. Cosey X... |
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January 1st 2007 |
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